Nice 1930's - 40's Springfield, Illinois Fire Dept. Badge for Engine No. 5

Nice 1930's ??? 1940's Springfield, Illinois fire department badge by Meyers & Wenthe for a Fireman on Engine No. The round chrome plated badge reads: "SPRINGFIELD ENG FIREMAN 5 FIRE DEPT." and the outer edge is a simply detailed fire hose and the badge is topped with a fireman's helmet.

Circa 1930's ??? 40's

Approximately 2" x 2 ??"

Chrome plated brass

Vertical pin with drop in swivel locking catch.

"MEYERS & WENTHE CHICAGO"

This is from a fire and rescue collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VCEX15 LACEX7/15 SeAGEX3/17

8+ (Excellent): The badge shows minor wear, the reverse shows some light ink markings (easy to clean and does not detract), nearly all the chrome plated details remain fully intact.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.